NOAA and Sofar Ocean: Advancing Ocean Intelligence Understanding our oceans is vital for safety, sustainability, and innovation. That’s why NOAA and Sofar Ocean have partnered to revolutionize marine data collection and forecasting. This collaboration combines NOAA’s scientific expertise with Sofar Ocean’s cutting-edge technology, creating a powerful alliance that benefits mariners, researchers, and coastal communities alike. Why NOAA and Sofar Ocean …

NOAA Marine & Aviation: Advancing Operational Science Across Sea and Sky Modern environmental science relies on precision, mobility, and coordination. Therefore, NOAA Marine & Aviation plays a critical role in gathering data that informs forecasts, ensures safety, and supports stewardship. By operating specialized vessels and aircraft, this program bridges observational gaps across oceans and atmosphere alike. As environmental conditions shift rapidly, these …

NOAA Origins: Charting the Foundations of Environmental Leadership Before coordinated environmental science shaped national policy, agencies addressed weather, oceans, and fisheries independently. However, NOAA Origins traces how unified oversight emerged to protect natural systems and public safety simultaneously. By examining early scientific efforts and administrative consolidation, this narrative reveals how environmental observation gained national importance. As industrial growth accelerated, leaders …